2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 TVR 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 TVR 2500 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 TVR 2500. (107 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 TVR 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1824 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Mustang | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
